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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Desmond Fairbanks (ranked 2781 p4p, 36 weight class) and Milo Markovic (ranked 1734 p4p, 25 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.
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142 lbs
19 - 15 - 0 |
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35
164 lbs
22 - 11 - 2 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
Insanely flexible |
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Olympic wrestler
World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
19 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Desmond Fairbanks!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
22 - 11 - 2, fighting out of St Petersburg, Milo Markovic!
The judges for this bout are John Mangel, Ron Honeybunn and Hugh Johnson.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markovic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Markovic tries to clinch there but Fairbanks circles away.
Fairbanks checks a leg kick.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Markovic.
We've been told by Fairbanks's head coaches at Tōshi that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Markovic throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
Markovic misses with a double jab
and Fairbanks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fairbanks keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fairbanks lands with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Fairbanks, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Markovic dives in for a single leg takedown but Fairbanks sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Markovic throws a body kick.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fairbanks looks for a takedown but Markovic sprawls well.
Fairbanks swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fairbanks stuns Markovic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Markovic looks to land a body kick but Fairbanks moved away.
Fairbanks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Fairbanks fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Markovic has his takedown stuffed
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Markovic tries a head kick but it misses.
Markovic misses with a takedown
letting Fairbanks counter with a right hand.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milo Markovic.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Markovic misses with a body kick.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic slips under a jab.
Fairbanks cracks Markovic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Markovic tries a head kick but it misses.
Fairbanks keeps the fight on the outside.
A jab lands there for Markovic.
Markovic slips a straight right by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Markovic moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Markovic has closed the distance and engaged Fairbanks in a clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Markovic has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Fairbanks after a bit of a struggle.
Markovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks tries to work over Markovic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short uppercut from Fairbanks.
Markovic drops down looking for an ankle pick but Fairbanks pulls his leg out and moves away.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
Fairbanks connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice takedown defense from Fairbanks. No joy for Markovic on that attempt.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Markovic.
Markovic throws a front kick that sends Fairbanks stumbling back into the cage.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Markovic at a distance.
Fairbanks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Markovic with a lazy takedown attempt
and Fairbanks counters with a left to the body.
Markovic looks winded!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fairbanks jabs Markovic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Markovic has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Markovic misses with an uppercut
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Markovic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Markovic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Markovic tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fairbanks swivels and escapes.
Markovic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks digs a good body shot into Markovic's ribs.
Markovic darts in and clinches Fairbanks up against the cage.
Fairbanks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Markovic can do to turn this around?
Markovic changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fairbanks fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Fairbanks lands a lovely overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic moves to clinch but Fairbanks breaks away
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Markovic dives in and grabs Fairbanks's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fairbanks pushes down on Markovic's head and hops out.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milo Markovic.
Markovic moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
A little jabbing left from Markovic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fairbanks fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Markovic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Fairbanks connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fairbanks is looking to wear down Markovic with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Markovic's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fairbanks pulls guard successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fairbanks manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Markovic manages to get himself to full guard.
Markovic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fairbanks trying to control the position from guard on top but Markovic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fairbanks looking to pass the guard.
Fairbanks forces his way into half guard.
Fairbanks moves nicely into side control.
Fairbanks moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Fairbanks trying to control the action but Markovic is working from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Markovic tries to bench press Fairbanks off him but Fairbanks keeps the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Markovic keeps trying to improve his position.
Fairbanks is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Markovic has escaped the position, nice work there.
Fairbanks thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Markovic prevents Fairbanks from improving position.
Fairbanks trying to control the position but Markovic is working away.
Fairbanks tries to move to mount but Markovic blocks the move with his legs.
Markovic regains half guard there - taking advantage of Fairbanks's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Fairbanks is pressing down on Markovic's thigh, looking to free his foot. Markovic is holding on for now.
Markovic is looking to improve his position.
Fairbanks has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Markovic is wriggling around trying to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fairbanks wants to take Markovic's back but he can't do it this time.
Markovic is trying to escape the mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Desmond Fairbanks dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
Fairbanks throws a combination. Markovic tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks cracks a nice hook into Markovic's ribs.
Fairbanks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Markovic fails with the takedown.
Fairbanks fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a jab to the body
and Markovic counters with a one-two to the body.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Markovic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Markovic fails to land the takedown.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fairbanks swats away the attempt to clinch by Markovic.
Fairbanks lands a head shot.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Markovic.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the body
enabling Markovic to counter with a crisp jab.
Markovic walks into a left hand.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Milo Markovic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Desmond Fairbanks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fairbanks throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Fairbanks lands a jab to Markovic's midsection.
Fairbanks stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Markovic.
Fairbanks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Desmond Fairbanks is winning the standup battle so far.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Markovic misses with a body punch
and Fairbanks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Markovic moves out of range.
Markovic is looking to clinch.
Markovic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks jabs Markovic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fairbanks scores with a decent looking hook.
A head kick misses from Markovic.
Markovic connects with a high kick.
Markovic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Markovic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Markovic manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks jabs Markovic right on the nose. Markovic blinks but takes it well.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Markovic.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milo Markovic.
Fairbanks lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nice shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Markovic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fairbanks digs a good hook to Markovic's body.
Markovic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Markovic doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks punishes Markovic's body with a nice straight punch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Desmond Fairbanks showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fairbanks has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!
Desmond Fairbanks decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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energy
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hype
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pop
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RATING
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